Every year, the SSO:USA Annual Research Conference brings together leading researchers, scholars, therapists, and students to exchange ideas and share their work related to the study of participation in daily activities or those activities that occupy our lives. We are excited to announce that the 2024 Annual Research Conference will take place October 17 – 19, 2024, at the Durham Convention Center in Durham, North Carolina. 

Have you heard about Durham, North Carolina? Its rich civil rights history and vibrant arts scene set the stage for the SSO:USA conference, “Art and Occupation: Creativity, Critical Theory, and Social Transformation.”   Durham’s diverse cultural landscape and history in civil rights set the stage for our discussions. Wander through streets with poignant murals telling tales of resilience and activism. Visit our museums and theaters showcasing the city’s diverse heritage and artistic expression. Enjoy the “foodie” scene in our restaurants. Situated in historic downtown Durham, the conference offers an ideal setting for dialogue about occupational science as we work to build and strengthen our community of scholars. Join us in October, immerse yourself in dialogue, and use your occupational balance time to explore the city’s dynamic energy, deeply rooted in its ongoing fight for civil rights and flourishing arts scene.